The Texans have just three days to prepare for the biggest game of their season thus far.

Without mentioning the Indianapolis Colts or AFC South, Texans running back Arian Foster said that two teams being forced to play each other on short rest is ridiculous, dangerous and annoying.

Thursday Night Football has increasingly become a critical part of the NFL’s 16-game regular season. But the move to national network TV station CBS this season and five consecutive Thursday night blowouts have left the league open to mounting criticism.

Asked a simple question Monday – Is the quality of play being compromised by abbreviated practice weeks? – Foster attacked what he said is the hypocrisy of a professional sports entity that advocates player safety while asking pro athletes to sacrifice their bodies without full rest and recuperation.

“Thursday Night Football is pretty annoying for players,” Foster said at NRG Stadium. “I don’t know one player that likes it. I really don’t know a fan that likes it, either. I think it’s just the league’s way to try to generate more revenue but that’s what they are here for.”

NFL Players Association president Eric Winston, a former Texans offensive lineman, said he is always open to suggestions about how to improve the quality of the game.

“Arian is a guy that speaks his mind and I would have been thrilled if he had been interested in being a player rep,” said Winston.

Winston praised the Texans’ player representatives — veteran center Chris Myers is the main rep — and said Foster had spoken with NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith in the past.

Foster has alternately shunned and opened up to the media since the 2013 offseason. Leading up to the 2014 campaign, he gave the same mundane answer to every question asked, then criticized the Houston-area media for asking boring questions. At the same time, Foster revealed to ESPN that he had considered retiring after an injury plagued 2013 season. Foster then broke his near-silence with the local media, discussing his youthful experiences with domestic violence and criticizing Anheuser-Busch for its two-sided relationship with the NFL during the Adrian Peterson child-abuse controversy.

Monday, Foster echoed his strong 2013 stance against the NCAA, when he said college sports’ governing body essentially treated student-athletes like slaves.

“(The NFL) emphasize(s) concussions when they start getting hit with lawsuits and then they care about the player safety but Thursday Night Football is putting every player on the football field in danger,” said Foster, who underwent season-ending back surgery last season and has dealt with a hamstring injury this year. “Nobody is ready to play physically after a Sunday game but you have to go out there and do it.”

Asked whether the NFLPA should attempt to address the issues surrounding Thursday night games with the NFL, Foster said the two bodies are too linked together to make a difference.

“The union and the league is kind of the same thing,” Foster said.

The five Thursday night games this season have been blowouts, featuring an average victory margin of 29 points and a 56-14 win by Atlanta against Tampa Bay on Sept. 18. Entering Monday’s Seattle-Washington matchup, the average victory margin of non-Thursday night games was 12 points.

Since Thursday Night Football began in 2006, the NFL has closely monitored how the games have affected player health and quality of play, among other factors. The league’s examination has shown the injury rate for Thursday night games is lower than Sunday and Monday contests. The NFL also monitors the annual scheduling of Thursday games so the impact of short weeks is minimized – no team has more than one abbreviated week for Thursday Night Football this season.

Texans coach Bill O’Brien said full rest is critical for the Texans’ Week 6 turnaround. The team fell 20-17 in overtime to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Thursday night, the Texans will take on Andrew Luck’s Colts in a matchup that will decide first place in the AFC South.

“You really can’t have a very physical week as far as the practice field is concerned,” O’Brien said. “It’s much more of a mental type of (preparation). … It’s walkthroughs, it’s film, it’s making sure all your bases are covered in the meeting room and on the walkthrough field and then hopefully your team is as fresh as it can be Thursday night.”

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Dallas Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey (5) makes the 49-yard field goal to win the game against the Houston Texans during overtime of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen ... more

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Houston Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) walks off the field as Dallas Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey (5) celebrates his game-winning 49-yard field goal during overtime in an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Alfred Blue (28) and tackle Duane Brown (76) celebrate Blue's fumble recovery against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) is pressured in the pocket by Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Henry Melton (69) during overtime in an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. Fitzpatrick threw an incomplete pass on the play. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans fans cheer during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans wide receiver Keshawn Martin (82) is stopped short of a first down by Dallas Cowboys defensive back Sterling Moore (26) and middle linebacker Rolando McClain (55) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans wide receiver Keshawn Martin (82) is stopped short of a first down by Dallas Cowboys defensive back Sterling Moore (26) and middle linebacker Rolando McClain (55) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is stopped short of the goal line by Dallas Cowboys free safety Barry Church (42) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is stopped short of the goal line by Dallas Cowboys free safety Barry Church (42) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Alfred Blue (28) tackles Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) along the sidelines on a punt return during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) is brought down by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Brandon Carr (39) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) runs through Dallas Cowboys strong safety J.J. Wilcox (27) on his way to a 15-yard touchdown run during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) escapes the grasp of Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. Romo ran out of the pocket to throw a 43-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Terrance Williams. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams (83) reaches back to pull down a 43-yard touchdown reception against the Houston Texans during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans free safety Kendrick Lewis (21) reacts after giving up a 43-yard touchdown reception to Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) throws a pass over the outstretched arm of Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) throws a pass over the outstretched arm of Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten (82) is brought down by Houston Texans linebacker Mike Mohamed (54) after a reception during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Alfred Blue (28) tackles Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) along the sidelines on a punt return during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is nearly sacked by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) but was able to recover and and throw a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is nearly sacked by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) but was able to recover and and throw a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is nearly sacked by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) but was able to recover and and throw a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams (83) celebrates his touchdown with teammates as Houston Texans free safety Kendrick Lewis (21) looks on in the end zone during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray (29) goes flying in the air after being brought down by Houston Texans strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray (29) is brought down by Houston Texans free safety Kendrick Lewis (21) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) throws the ball against the defense of Houston Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) puts his helmet back on during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) puts his helmet back on during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) calls a play during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) calls a play during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) is brought down by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Jack Crawford (58) and Anthony Hitchens (59) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) confers with his offensive line as Houston Texans got loud during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) celebrates his touchdown during the second quarter during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) walks off the field after the Cowboys overtime win over the Houston Texans during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) walks off the field after the Cowboys overtime win over the Houston Texans during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) walks off the field after the Cowboys overtime win over the Houston Texans during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) walks off the field after the Cowboys overtime win over the Houston Texans during an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( ... more

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is brought down by Dallas Cowboys free safety Barry Church (42) during overtime of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is brought down by Dallas Cowboys free safety Barry Church (42) during overtime of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( ... more

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) is yanked to the ground by Houston Texans running back Alfred Blue (28) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) is yanked to the ground by Houston Texans running back Alfred Blue (28) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) scrambles with the ball during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is brought down by Dallas Cowboys defensive end George Selvie (99) and Cowboys outside linebacker Justin Durant (52) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) on a quarterback keeper during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans in the stands during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans in the stands during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans in the stands during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans in the stands during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) celebrates his touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

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Houston Texans react as Dallas Cowboys drive the ball in the final second of the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans react as Dallas Cowboys drive the ball in the final second of the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ... more

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Dallas Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey (5) is comforted by teammates after missing a field goal during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Dallas Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey (5) is comforted by teammates after missing a field goal during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / ... more

Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) makes a catch in front of Dallas Cowboys cornerback Brandon Carr (39) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, ... more

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) tries to get the ball thrown as he is grabbed by Dallas Cowboys strong safety J.J. Wilcox (27) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) tries to get the ball thrown as he is grabbed by Dallas Cowboys strong safety J.J. Wilcox (27) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium ... more

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) and strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) react to a stop during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) and strong safety D.J. Swearinger (36) react to a stop during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, ... more

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) drops back to throw during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) drops back to throw during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) recovers the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) recovers the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) makes a catch in front of Dallas Cowboys cornerback Brandon Carr (39) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, ... more

Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) celebrates his sack of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in ... more

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Houston Texans inside linebacker Justin Tuggle (57) reacts after recovering a Dallas Cowboys fumble during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans inside linebacker Justin Tuggle (57) reacts after recovering a Dallas Cowboys fumble during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, ... more

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Justin Durant (52) and middle linebacker Rolando McClain (55) as he is forced out of the pocket during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Justin Durant (52) and middle linebacker Rolando McClain (55) as he is forced out of the pocket during the first ... more

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is chased out of the pocket by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is chased out of the pocket by Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in ... more

Houston Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) and defensive end J.J. Watt (99) hit Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on ... more

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Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) releases a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) releases a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( ... more

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) gains yardage against Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Anthony Hitchens (59) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, ... more

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is tackled near the Dallas bench during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) is tackled near the Dallas bench during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston ... more

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) listens to umpire Darrell Jenkins during a time out during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) listens to umpire Darrell Jenkins during a time out during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen ... more

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) speaks to umpire Darrell Jenkins during a time out during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) speaks to umpire Darrell Jenkins during a time out during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen ... more

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) is brought down by Houston Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) is brought down by Houston Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in ... more

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) gathers his teammates together before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) gathers his teammates together before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / ... more

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) gathers his teammates together before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) gathers his teammates together before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / ... more

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Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) and inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) warm up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) and inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) warm up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, ... more

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Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson makes a catch as he warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson makes a catch as he warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / ... more

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster wears pink shoes in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month before the Texans' NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in ... more

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

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Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle )

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) throws a football to Texans fans in the stands before the start of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle ) less

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) throws a football to Texans fans in the stands before the start of an NFL football game at AT&T Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in Arlington. ( Karen Warren / Houston ... more